Cookies and Cream Cheesecake Cake Recipe

Ingredients

For the Cheesecake Layer

• 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 10 Oreo cookies, chopped

For the Cake Layers

• 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup (65g) unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
• 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup (240ml) boiling water
• 10 Oreo cookies, chopped

For the Frosting

• 1 1/2 cups (340g) unsalted butter, softened
• 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
• 6 cups (720g) powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 20 Oreo cookies, finely crushed

Instructions

Prepare the Cheesecake Layer

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8-inch (20cm) springform pan with parchment paper and grease the sides.
2. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
3. Add the sugar and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined.
4. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition until fully incorporated.
5. Gently fold in the chopped Oreo cookies.
6. Pour the cheesecake batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the center is set and the edges are slightly golden.
8. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Prepare the Cake Layers

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch (23cm) round cake pans.
2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract, and beat on medium speed until well combined.
4. Reduce the mixer speed to low and carefully add the boiling water to the batter. Beat on high speed for about 1 minute to add air to the batter.
5. Fold in the chopped Oreo cookies.
6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, remove the cakes from the pans and cool completely on wire racks.

Prepare the Frosting

1. In a large bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy.
2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. Add the vanilla extract and continue to beat until smooth and creamy.
4. Fold in the finely crushed Oreo cookies.

Assemble the Cake

1. Place one cake layer on a serving plate.
2. Spread a thin layer of frosting over the cake layer.
3. Remove the cheesecake layer from the springform pan and place it on top of the frosted cake layer.
4. Spread another thin layer of frosting over the cheesecake layer.
5. Top with the second cake layer.
6. Frost the top and sides of the entire cake with the remaining frosting.
7. Decorate with additional Oreo cookies, if desired.
8. Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Enjoy your Cookies and Cream Cheesecake Cake!